Gondole, Archaeological site at Le Cendre, France.
Description
Gondole is a fortified settlement standing where the Allier and Auzon rivers meet. The site spans a large area with defensive walls and surrounding zones where people built houses and carried out different activities.
History
Excavations uncovered burials of warriors and their horses from around 2000 years ago. These finds belong to a period when the region was inhabited by Celtic peoples.
Culture
The remains reveal how craftspeople and residents shared this space and worked together. Walking through the excavated areas shows this was more than a simple settlement, it was a busy production center where people made things alongside their homes.
Practical
The site is walkable and offers several areas to explore, both within and beyond the defensive walls. It is wise to allow time for different sections of the site since the area is spread out.
Did you know?
A large structure was discovered here that appears to have served as a gathering place for communal religious events of the community. The evidence points to people coming together for shared meals and group rituals.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Le Cendre).
Gergovie Monument
4.7 km
Vierge de Monton
5.3 km
Château de Busséol
6.3 km
Anatolia Parc
3.2 km
Archeological Museum of the Battle of Gergovia
4.7 km
Église Saint-Martin de Cournon-d'Auvergne
2.3 km
Château de Mezel
5.6 km
Maison Domat
4.2 km
Menhir de La Pierre Piquée
5.9 km
Église Saint-Georges de Saint-Georges-sur-Allier
4.6 km
Église Saint-Bonnet de Saint-Bonnet-lès-Allier
5.6 km
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption du Crest
6.3 km
Église Sainte-Agathe
3.6 km
Église Saint-Mary d'Orcet
2.5 km
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Gergovie
4.9 km
Église Saint-André de Busséol
6.2 km
Église Saint-Symphorien de La Roche-Noire
3.3 km
Église de l'Invention-de-Saint-Étienne de Lempdes
5.3 km
Église Saint-Michel de Pérignat-lès-Sarliève
3.9 km
Église Saint-Martial des Martres-de-Veyre
4.3 km
Maison de vigneron
5.2 km
Maison de vigneron
5.3 km
Église Saint-Genès de Mirefleurs
4.2 km
Église Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens de Mezel
5.6 km
Croix du parc de la mairie de Lempdes
5.1 km
Tour de l'Horloge
6.1 km
Château du Crest
6.1 km
Oppidum de Gergovie
5.3 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes